Is 'True Detective: Night Country' Too Much or Just Enough? | Episode 188

Taking It Down

In this episode, Blaine and Donovan discuss the recent change in the video schedule for Taking It Down On Video (1:22) before they then delve into the setting of Alaska in True Detective: Night Country to answer the question: is it attempting too much (3:06)? To end, the two discuss various topics, including Apple TV+ originals, and other TV shows that could play a role for the podcast going forward (28:30), such as Manhunt, Constellation, Sugar, The Big Door Prize, Dark Matter, and The Lady in the Lake.

Look at TV from a different angle: Taking It Down is the The Alabama Take's TV and streaming podcast from irrelevant Southern thinkers. Audio podcast is out every Tuesday morning and can be streamed above or with the links at the bottom of the page. The video component of the podcast airs on Wednesday evenings at 5:00 p.m. CST.

Takeaways

• The change in the video schedule for Taking It Down on Video has been made to align better with the coverage of the challenge and to provide a separate entity for challenge discussion.
• The setting of Alaska in True Detective allows for an exploration of mental illness in a dark environment.
• The supernatural element in the show could benefit from a more subtle approach, with hints and glimpses rather than jump scares.
• The engaging endings of the episodes create anticipation for the next one and keep viewers hooked.
• The characters' mental states, such as Navarro's bleeding ears, add to the mystery and intrigue of the show.
• The unresolved storylines and the introduction of new characters, like Otis Heiss, leave viewers wanting more.
• Other TV shows, such as those on Apple TV, offer potential for exciting and compelling storytelling. The search for John Wilkes Booth after he kills Lincoln is a fascinating historical drama.
• Apple TV+ has a variety of original shows, including Constellation, Sugar, The Big Door Prize, Dark Matter, and The Lady in the Lake.
• Ash Wednesday is a significant day for Elvis Perkins fans.

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